Facility News

10-30-18

On Oct. 13, 2018, more than 30 associates and their families from Life Care Center of Orange Park, Florida, participated in the local Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk benefitting the American Cancer Society.

“My husband, Gene, and granddaughter Kiley and I wanted to show our support for several friends who have fought breast cancer,” said Margery Flannagan, community liaison...

06-05-18

Marilou Willette, housekeeping assistant at Life Care Center of Orange Park, Florida, went the extra mile for a resident who was having health problems from her disease. Marilou researched the disease on her own time and notified staff and nurses of the information she had found. She also spent time with the resident, taking her for walks, helping to bathe and dress her and also singing to her. When it was time for the resident to go to a new home, Marilou went with her to make sure she was settled in. She still regularly visits the former resident on her own time to check in and make sure she is OK.

11-23-16

“It was a twist on the trendy Paint Night events,” explained Margery Flannagan, community liaison. “The activities department provided canvases, easels, paint and smocks, as well as delicious hors d’oeuvres to make the event extra special.”

02-08-16

Arnell Dodd, registered nurse at Life Care Center of Orange Park, Florida, wanted to help spread Christmas cheer this holiday season. She decided to act as a secret Santa for residents at the facility. If a resident mentioned that they needed or wanted something specific, Dodd purchased the item and gave them the present anonymously.